Hero MotoCorp, India’s largest two-wheeler manufacturer, is set to enter the electric scooter segment with the launch of its new Duet e scooter. The scooter is expected to be budget-friendly and will come equipped with the latest range and modern features. Reports suggest that the scooter will have a range of 250 km on a single charge. The scooter is expected to be launched soon in India.
The Duet e is a high-speed and high-performance electric scooter that comes with a large lithium-ion battery pack. The battery pack is expected to provide a range of 250 km on a single charge and will take very little time to charge. The pricing of the electric scooter has not been revealed yet, but it is expected to be the cheapest high-range and high-speed electric scooter in the market, costing less than INR 100,000.
Hero MotoCorp had showcased the Duet e electric scooter at the Auto Expo in 2016. The scooter is expected to give tough competition to electric scooters from OLA, TVS and Bajaj in the Indian market. The Duet e is expected to be a game-changer in the electric scooter segment in India, as it will provide customers with a budget-friendly and high-performance option.
In recent years, electric vehicles have become increasingly popular in India. Many Indian manufacturers have launched electric scooters, including Bajaj and TVS. Hero MotoCorp’s entry into the electric scooter segment is expected to increase competition and push the market towards more affordable and energy-efficient options.